by sherylbooks | Jun 20, 2014 | For Educators, For Kids, For Parents, for teens
I love that stories can be told in so many ways. Here’s a Ted Talk by Jim Toomey that is really cool…it’s his story on how he became a cartoonist, but it’s also the story of how “Story” comes in a variety of forms and how it can...
by sherylbooks | May 15, 2014 | Events, For Educators, For Kids, For Parents, for teens
Orca Book Publishers is celebrating some awesome authors in their spring book launch. If you’re in town, be sure to drop in. If you can’t make it, books will be available through your local bookstore, or online.
by sherylbooks | May 1, 2012 | Events, For Kids, For Parents, for teens, News
If you happen to be in Victoria on Monday May 7 check out some of Vancouver Island’s awesome authors and illustrators at Orca Book Publishers’ upcoming book launch.
by sherylbooks | Apr 11, 2012 | Events, For Educators, For Parents, for teens, Writing Life
The Victoria Children’s Literature Roundtable is featuring author Karen Rivers for it’s next program on Monday, April 16, 2012 at 7:30 pm at Nellie McClung Library at (Cedar Hill & McKenzie). Karen Rivers is a fabulous author who has written for middle...
by sherylbooks | Mar 9, 2012 | For Educators, For Kids, For Parents, for teens, Worthy Causes
I’ve talked to you, my readers before about making a difference. I’ve talked about the importance of reading to your children and of sharing books with strangers. I’ve talked to you about the importance of making your voice heard and of voting....
by sherylbooks | Mar 8, 2012 | For Educators, For Parents, for teens, News
So much happening today. The 2012 BC Book Prizes short-lists were announced (see my earlier post) and the movement to change the rating of “Bully,” a documentary that has been slapped with an “R” rating, is in full swing. I love that a 17 year...
